When it comes to food, your mind may first consider the taste (valid) and how you know it will make your stomach feel (also valid). However, registered dietitians say it’s crucial to consider how the foods we eat can affect our entire body, especially our heart. “Understanding how food affects heart health empowers you to … Read more
Heart health probably isn’t something you gave much thought to when you were younger, but if you’re 60 or older, it’s probably something you’ve started to prioritize. If not, you should start. The risks of cardiovascular disease, heart attack and stroke all increase with age. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death for adults … Read more
Drinking beet juice may be helpful for people trying to improve their heart health, according to a study. Researchers found that drinking the juice twice a day lowered blood pressure in older adults. The effects appear to stem from the relationship between the nitrates in beets, how they influence blood pressure, and the oral microbiome. … Read more
Reviewed by Dietitian Mandy Enright, MS, RDN, RYT Key points About half of US adults have high blood pressure and need to watch their sodium intake. Cottage cheese is a high-sodium food that also provides blood pressure-friendly nutrients. Include cottage cheese in smaller amounts as an ingredient in the recipe as well. If you’re one … Read more
When it comes to lowering blood pressure through diet, there is a hyperemphasis on sodium. It’s worth taking this advice with more than a grain of salt: The American Heart Association notes that cutting just 1,000 milligrams of sodium from your daily diet can significantly improve blood pressure. However, salty foods are not the only … Read more
For those who have high blood pressure, taking a prescription drug can literally save lives. While medications are never a substitute for a healthy diet and lifestyle, scientific studies have shown how powerful blood pressure lowering medications can be. For example, according to a 2024 scientific study published in Cureustaking a blood pressure-lowering drug significantly … Read more
Most of us think of orange juice as a simple breakfast habit, something you pour without much thought. However, scientists are discovering that this everyday drink can do much more in the body than quench thirst. A recent study showed that regular consumption of orange juice can influence the activity of thousands of genes inside … Read more